Dr. Keith VanderGriend is a board-certified general surgeon who specializes in colorectal surgical care, simple and complex hernia management or repair, gallbladder disease, colon cancer, advanced laparoscopic procedures, and emergent trauma care.
Dr. Keith VanderGriend is a board-certified general surgeon who specializes in colorectal surgical care, simple and complex hernia management or repair, gallbladder disease, colon cancer, advanced laparoscopic procedures, and emergent trauma care.
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I was very impressed with him as a doctor and a compassionate person. Everything about the experience with this group was excellent.
(2 weeks ago)
Jan-2026
Dr. VanderGriend & his nursing staff are excellent, the office staff however, not so much.
(2 weeks ago)
Jan-2026
Everyone in the office is welcoming and kind, Dr. VanderGriend especially.
(1 month ago)
Dec-2025
Dr. VanderGriend is an open, humorous talented surgeon. I recommend him highly including his very professional staff.
(1 month ago)
Dec-2025
Explained problem, procedure and aftercare well. Nursing staff friendly and caring.
(1 month ago)
Dec-2025
I received excellent care for my hernia surgery from Dr. VanderGriend and his team in a friendly, personable, and compassionate environment. And thanks to the precisely administered anesthesia, I still remember all my passwords 😊 That was actually my biggest concern before the surgery 😊 Thank you!
(1 month ago)
Dec-2025
Dr. Vandergriend is an excellent surgeon. He is highly professional, methodical and pleasant. He makes you feel at ease before the procedure,and after the procedure. He has a very good rapport with his patients.
(2 months ago)
Nov-2025
Friendly & made me feel calm during my simple surgery. Thank you ! I also appreciate the assistant who held my hand 🫶
(2 months ago)
Nov-2025
Dr Vander Griend , to nurse's , to everybody : thanks for helping all patients (people) including my self , with are health , to heal , feel better and be free from pain and stress .
God bless everyone of you.
From Francisco Maldonado Reyes , Muchas gracias 🫂.
Health , we can't buy with money , but we can help someone , somebody else to feel better in so many ways.
Amén 🙏
(3 months ago)
Oct-2025
Explains well and very polite
(3 months ago)
Oct-2025
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Parkway General Surgeons
2940 Squalicum Parkway Suite 204 Bellingham, WA 98225
Dr. Keith VanderGriend, a partner at Parkway General Surgeons, received his medical degree and training in 1999 at Vanderbilt University Medical Center before returning to the Bellingham area to practice. With nearly 20 years of surgical experience, he brings a dedicated skill set to the diagnosis and treatment of his patients. He specializes in colorectal surgical care, simple and complex hernia management or repair, gallbladder disease, colon cancer, advanced laparoscopic procedures and emergent trauma care.
As a Bellingham native, Dr. VanderGriend is very active in the community and involved in Young Life youth mentoring and Bellingham Food Bank, and participates in international mission trips that benefit from his training and background.
Together with his wife and two sons, Dr. VanderGriend enjoys a wide range of outdoor activities. They love and appreciate the Pacific Northwest and the beauty it has to offer.
Board Certification
American Board of Surgery Professional Affiliations
Fellow of American College of Surgeons ATLS (Advance Trauma Life Support) Certified
I was very impressed with him as a doctor and a compassionate person. Everything about the experience with this group was excellent.
Dr. VanderGriend & his nursing staff are excellent, the office staff however, not so much.
Everyone in the office is welcoming and kind, Dr. VanderGriend especially.
Dr. VanderGriend is an open, humorous talented surgeon. I recommend him highly including his very professional staff.
Explained problem, procedure and aftercare well. Nursing staff friendly and caring.
I received excellent care for my hernia surgery from Dr. VanderGriend and his team in a friendly, personable, and compassionate environment. And thanks to the precisely administered anesthesia, I still remember all my passwords 😊 That was actually my biggest concern before the surgery 😊 Thank you!
Dr. Vandergriend is an excellent surgeon. He is highly professional, methodical and pleasant. He makes you feel at ease before the procedure,and after the procedure. He has a very good rapport with his patients.
Friendly & made me feel calm during my simple surgery. Thank you ! I also appreciate the assistant who held my hand 🫶
Dr Vander Griend , to nurse's , to everybody : thanks for helping all patients (people) including my self , with are health , to heal , feel better and be free from pain and stress . God bless everyone of you. From Francisco Maldonado Reyes , Muchas gracias 🫂. Health , we can't buy with money , but we can help someone , somebody else to feel better in so many ways. Amén 🙏
Explains well and very polite